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Alvium USB Cameras User Guide V3.6.4
Installing the camera
Connect components in the cooling areas (blue areas in
) to a heat sink,
following the instructions of the manufacturer of the heat sink and the thermal
conductive media. Cooling areas for Alvium USB 90° models are the same as for
standard models.
NOTICE
Damage to the camera by heat sinks mounted improperly
• Allow mechanical contact only at the cooling areas.
• Avoid any mechanical stress to the sensor and electronics area.
• Avoid short circuits of the electronics components.
NOTICE
Damage to the sensor, filter, and lens by corrosive substances
Some conductive media for heat sinks contain corrosive substances that can
damage optical surfaces of the sensor, filter, and lens.
• Cover the optical path of the camera when you apply heat sink compound or
adhesive to prevent substances and fumes from damaging optical surfaces.
• Adhere to the instructions and safety notes provided by the manufacturer of
the conductive media.
NOTICE
Damage to camera electronics
Heat sinks can cause short circuits if they are not electrically isolated.
Avoid electrical contact between electronic components by unsuitable heat sinks
and thermal conductive media.
Figure 66:
Cooling areas for Alvium USB bare board cameras
Alvium® chip
Power circuit
